By Brandon M. Garrett, Attorney and Matthew J. Kreutzer, Attorney, Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC If you’ve ever been involved with franchising, then you know first-hand that the regulatory landscape for franchise companies can be daunting – particularly for those that aren’t familiar with the nuances of state and federal franchise laws. Navigating this already … [Read more...] about Franchisors as Joint Employers Strategies for Avoiding the NLRB
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Compliance is Key in the Marijuana Industry
By Alicia Ashcraft, Esq., Managing Partner & Jeffrey Barr, Esq., Partner, Ashcraft & Barr, LLP. In the United States, 25 of 50 States permit some form of legalized marijuana use. However, business owners and operators in this industry face the frustrating and risky morass of conflicting government regulations. Marijuana is illegal under federal law, but it is legal … [Read more...] about Compliance is Key in the Marijuana Industry
Making Your Mark: The Basics of Brand Protection
By Erin Lewis, Shareholder, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck Picture a laundry detergent. Let me guess … Tide? You have just demonstrated the power of branding. In today’s crowded marketplace, a company’s brand can be its single most valuable asset. In fact, the world’s top brands are estimated to be worth as much as $150 billion. With so much at stake, you should be thinking … [Read more...] about Making Your Mark: The Basics of Brand Protection
Nevada Asset Protection Trusts How Effective Are They?
By Robert L. Bolick, Shareholder, Durham Jones & Pinegar It took hard work to get where you are, so how do you protect what’s yours? Nevada is well known for having some of the best and strongest asset protection laws in the country. Perhaps the strongest weapon in our arsenal is our asset protection trust. The following are FAQ’s regarding Nevada Asset Protection Trusts … [Read more...] about Nevada Asset Protection Trusts How Effective Are They?
Around the State: November 2016
Nevada Awarded $283,000 for Export Expansion The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has pledged $18.85 million to support export growth for small businesses and Nevada has been awarded $283,000 of the total. The funds were awarded through SBA’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) and the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has been awarded the grant … [Read more...] about Around the State: November 2016
Welcome to Nevada: November 2016
Chick-fil-A The Atlanta-based eatery, known nationally for its southern style chicken sandwiches and waffle-cut fries, will make its debut in Nevada with two new locations in Henderson. Construction is underway on the fast-food restaurants and both are expected to open in early 2017. The company plans to add up to 10 more locations in the Southern Nevada region over the next … [Read more...] about Welcome to Nevada: November 2016
Non-Compete Agreements Lose Value in Nevada
A shift in strategy may better protect businesses, employees After a July Nevada Supreme Court decision, Nevada business owners must revisit their non-compete agreements. The decision creates so much uncertainty, businesses should strongly consider revising their non-compete strategy altogether. In Golden Rd. Motor Inn, Inc. v. Islam, the Supreme Court held that the … [Read more...] about Non-Compete Agreements Lose Value in Nevada
The Elections Aren’t the End: They’re Just the Beginning
For far too long now, Nevada has been increasing the regulatory and tax burden on businesses, while simultaneously giving special handouts to politically connected companies and industries. It’s an environment that is ripe for corruption, abuse and political shenanigans. It breeds “protectionist lobbying,” allowing politically connected companies to squeeze out small … [Read more...] about The Elections Aren’t the End: They’re Just the Beginning
Movers & Shakers: John Dougherty
Dean – College of Osteopathic Medicine Touro University Nevada (12 years in NV) Type of Business: Higher Education, Health Care | Hails from: Joplin, Missouri | Based in: Henderson What is the best moment of your career? Best and worst on the same day. Watching physicians I trained as medical students and then residents and knew from the time they were in junior high, … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: John Dougherty
Red Report: November 2016
E Project, Office ADDRESS 700 S. 3rd St., 89101 CONTRACTOR OF RECORD OS Construction Services, Inc. DETAILS Rogers, Mastrangelo, Carvalhi & Mitchell, Ltd. (RMCM), a law firm, has broken ground on new headquarters in downtown Las Vegas. The 1.2 acre site will undergo the demolition of an existing building and construction of a new two-story building with Class A finishes … [Read more...] about Red Report: November 2016
Industrial Summary: Third Quarter 2016
Southern Nevada The Las Vegas Valley’s overall industrial vacancy rate in Q3, 2016 was 5.2 percent, unchanged from Q2, 2016. As of Q3, it now appears that the industrial market rate is at full occupancy, as the market absorbs new space and the existing inventory is remade to fit the new demand for larger space. There were 565,340 square feet of industrial completions in Q3 … [Read more...] about Industrial Summary: Third Quarter 2016
Business Indicators: November 2016
The U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) grew at a 1.4 percent annual rate in the second quarter of 2016, revised up by 0.3 percentage point from the second estimate. The upward revisions mainly reflected an increase in nonresidential fixed investment, which decreased in the previous estimate. Large gains in consumer spending contributed to a rise in real GDP, while cutback … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: November 2016
What Are You Most Thankful For?
“I’m thankful for it all – for my family, friends, pets, clients, our quality team at Foundry, the beautiful fall weather, upcoming holiday gatherings and any Wolf Pack victory of UNLV.” Jim Bauserman | CEO, Foundry “I am most thankful for laughter. For fun. For funny people. They can make even your worst day sparkle.” Stephanie Kruse | President and Chief Strategist, … [Read more...] about What Are You Most Thankful For?
Around the State: October 2016
Nathan Adelson Hospice Acquires Solari Hospice Care The largest non-profit hospice in Nevada, Nathan Adelson Hospice, has finalized the acquisition of Las Vegas Solari Hospice Care, an end-of-life healthcare organization previously owned by HealthCare Partners Nevada, LLC. The acquisition is the result of a long-standing relationship between HealthCare Partners and Nathan … [Read more...] about Around the State: October 2016
Want to Sustain Economic Growth? Invest in IT
First, the good news: Nevada’s economy is on the rebound. Now the daunting news: After a gut wrenching recession, the marketplace is more competitive than ever and the difference between success and failure is razor thin. But research suggests there is hope in the form of a strong information technology (IT) industry. Rising wages, job creation and record retail sales are … [Read more...] about Want to Sustain Economic Growth? Invest in IT